{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"North Gwinnett High School","outOfStateSupporters":18.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10482632,"projectId":10205759,"letterContent":"When the boxes containing our new ChompSaws first arrived in our classroom, my students were bursting with excitement and curiosity. They couldn't believe we had specialized, safe power tools made specifically for cutting cardboard! Having access to these tools instantly transformed how my students view cardboard not as recycled trash, but as a real engineering material. The safety and ease of the ChompSaws immediately built their confidence, allowing them to skip the frustration of flimsy scissors or hazardous utility blades and dive straight into hands-on creation.\r\n\r\nThe impact on our learning progression has been incredible to watch. We started with foundational, creative projects like shaping detailed wearable masks, where students learned how to curve and layer corrugated cardboard smoothly. From there, we moved into physics and simple mechanics, students used the tools to cut precise circular discs for custom spinning tops and engineered lightweight chassis and rigid wheels for balloon-powered race cars. Clean, precise cuts are essential for making those cars roll straight and fast, and the ChompSaws made it possible for every student to succeed and test their designs in real time.\r\n\r\nNow, we are taking these skills to an entirely new level at the high school scale! Our students are currently using the ChompSaws to bring 3D architectural house designs to life. They are taking scale floor plans and accurately cutting out structural walls, roof pitches, and complex interior layouts to build detailed architectural models. Thanks to your generosity, my students are thinking like real architects, engineers, and designers every single day. Thank you for empowering our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778086415294,"projectUrl":"project/safe-creativity-empowering-young-artist/10205759/","projectTitle":"Safe Creativity: Empowering Young Artists with Chomp Saws","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sorto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10482632"},{"teacherId":5433821,"projectId":10246399,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our British Literature classroom transformation. Because of your support, our standard high school classroom with its harsh fluorescent lights has been converted into an immersive sanctuary for literary exploration.\r\n\r\nThe physical changes to our space have completely shifted how students experience centuries-old stories. By hanging the barn siding backdrops and dark floral fabric, we've softened the room's energy. During our poetry readings and deep-text analyses, we dim the overhead lights and rely on the warm glow of the cordless table lamps and rechargeable flameless candles. Walking into a cozy, atmospheric room immediately signals to my students that they are stepping out of the modern world and into the misty moors of Beowulf or the shadows of Victorian London.\r\n\r\nBeyond aesthetics, your gifts have enriched our daily hands-on learning:\r\n\r\n18th-Century Correspondence: Using the wax seal stamps and wax sticks, students wrote and sealed their own creative pieces, bringing historical communication methods to life in a tangible, memorable way.\r\n\r\nFocused Learning Environment: The 36-pocket \"Phone Hotel\" chart paired with the legal pads and file organizers has eliminated digital distractions, allowing students to engage deeply with complex Shakespearean texts in an organized, intentional space.\r\n\r\nSpecialized Curricula: The Teachers Pay Teachers resources purchased through the gift card have provided tailored materials that make challenging British Literature themes accessible and exciting.\r\n\r\nYour generosity did more than just supply decor and organization tools—it proved to my students that their learning environment matters and that a community of supporters believes in their education. Thank you for helping us turn our classroom into a place where history and literature truly come alive.","fullyFundedDate":1778081619495,"projectUrl":"project/revive-and-replenish-our-british-lit-cla/10246399/","projectTitle":"Revive and Replenish Our British Lit Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrie Deem","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5433821_orig.png?crop=3072,3072,x0,y419&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786892597073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-deem"},{"teacherId":5433821,"projectId":9815913,"letterContent":"On behalf of the YOU MATTER CLUB, thank you for supporting the \"Tiny Duck Movement for Positive School Culture.\" Your generosity allowed us to purchase a diverse \"flock\" of resin ducks that transformed our school's atmosphere.\r\n\r\nBy hiding themed ducks each month—from Halloween and Valentine's Day to Autism Awareness and Graduation—we gave students and staff a constant reason to smile. Our \"find a duck, share a duck\" motto encouraged everyone to trade and connect, breaking down social barriers between grade levels and staff. These tiny ducks became symbols of joy and resilience, especially our Mental Health Awareness and \"Stay Strong\" editions.\r\n\r\nThe halls are now filled with laughter and \"duck trades,\" proving that a small token can create a huge sense of belonging. Thank you for helping us remind every student that they truly matter!","fullyFundedDate":1761155975575,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-duck-movement-for-positive-school-c/9815913/","projectTitle":"Tiny Duck Movement for Positive School Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrie Deem","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5433821_orig.png?crop=3072,3072,x0,y419&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786892597073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-deem"},{"teacherId":5433821,"projectId":9319946,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you for your incredible generosity in supporting my project. Your timing could not have been more meaningful; receiving notice of this funding during National Teacher Appreciation Week served as a powerful reminder of the community of support that exists for educators. Because of your kindness, my high school students will return to a classroom that no longer feels like a set of four cinderblock walls, but rather a portal to another world.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher of British and Multicultural Literature, I am constantly asking my students to step outside of their own lives and into the shoes of characters spanning centuries and continents. However, it is difficult to ask a student to feel the weight of a medieval sword or the elegance of a Victorian parlor when they are surrounded by the sterile, uninspiring atmosphere of a standard school building. My goal has always been to create a \"magically academic\" setting—a space that feels like a cross between an ancient English college and a place of true wonder. Your donations are the final pieces of that puzzle.\r\n\r\nOne of the most vital components of this transformation is the portrait wall. In the traditional canon of British Literature, students of color often struggle to find themselves reflected in the imagery of knights, heroes, and noble ladies. I am dedicated to \"flipping the script\" by decorating our walls with portraits where people of color are depicted in these iconic roles. It is my firm belief that for a student to truly engage with the literature, they must first feel seen within it. By funding these final touches, you are helping me build a visual environment that says to every student, \"You belong in these stories. You are the hero of this narrative.\"\r\n\r\nMy classroom is not a \"sit and get\" environment. We are a community of active learners who believe that literature should be experienced, not just read. Throughout the year, we don't just talk about Beowulf; we immersive ourselves in the mead hall. We don't just analyze Shakespeare; we stage his scenes and feel the rhythm of his words. We host Victorian Tea Parties to understand the social nuances of the 19th century and dive deep into multicultural texts that challenge our worldviews. This immersive approach requires a setting that matches the energy of the curriculum. Your gift provides the backdrop for these experiences, giving my students the stage they need to perform, think critically, and grow.\r\n\r\nBeyond the aesthetics, your support has replenished our depleted supplies, ensuring that we have the functional tools necessary to keep this high-energy environment running smoothly. Having a fully equipped and \"finished\" classroom gives me an immense boost of confidence as an educator. It allows me to focus entirely on my students' growth and the magic of the lessons, rather than worrying about the gaps in our resources.\r\n\r\nYour investment goes so much further than posters, tapestries, or pens. You are investing in the spark of curiosity that happens when a student walks into a room and forgets they are in school for a moment. You are helping me create a space where critical thinking is born from inspiration. Thank you for being a part of this transformation and for supporting the next generation of readers, writers, and thinkers.\r\n\r\nWith deep gratitude and appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1746495001989,"projectUrl":"project/reimagining-dark-academia-anyone-can-be/9319946/","projectTitle":"Reimagining Dark Academia-Anyone Can Be the Hero of the Story!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrie Deem","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5433821_orig.png?crop=3072,3072,x0,y419&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786892597073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-deem"},{"teacherId":5433821,"projectId":9237209,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project. When I attended NCTE 2024 in Boston, MA, I did not expect to return inspired to teach Shakespeare in a whole new way. Offering \"book clubs\" for the Shakespeare unit in British Lit gave students agency over the story they wanted to experience. When students have the opportunity to choose their text, it also increases engagement. \r\nThe other cool thing about this set of plays is that they all have timeless themes and still hold relevance in today's society. Teaching students to see how literature mirrors real life can be a valuable tool in developing critical thinking skills. There is an ever-growing literacy crisis in our country. I literally watch students use technology to do all their thinking for them. It is my quest to bring engaging ways for students to bring reading back into their toolbox. Thank you for adding resources to my teacher toolbox.","fullyFundedDate":1744237014699,"projectUrl":"project/shakespeare-book-clubs-impact-on-social/9237209/","projectTitle":"Shakespeare Book Clubs; Impact on Social Issues & Change","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrie Deem","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5433821_orig.png?crop=3072,3072,x0,y419&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786892597073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-deem"},{"teacherId":5433821,"projectId":9139761,"letterContent":"I teach primarily British Literature, but I also teach Multicultural Lit & Comp; both are 12th grade English courses. With your donations to this project, I was able to design a classroom space that marries of the two courses; one that flips the script on traditional Medieval, Victorian and Renaissance imagery. Through careful selection of diverse prints (female knights and knights of different cultural representation), and the elements of dark academia decor, I was able to give my students a unique classroom aesthetic that welcomed them into the intrigue, mystery, and romanticism of British Literature.\r\n\r\nMy students have always told me that my classroom is one of warmth and welcome; a place where they feel seen and heard; a place they can come to learn and not feel academic anxiety they may struggle with in other classroom settings. I know I have created a space that offers my students (and their friends) a place of refuge from the stress of the day, and my students a space to feel inspired, included, and valued. They\r\nknow the space has been designed for them, and it makes them want to be here. Students sign up (by choice) to come hang out in my classroom during their mid-day 30 minute student support time. Sometimes they have work to complete, but often they come to curl up with a book. This room will have a lasting effect on students, and honestly, I don't see myself changing it ever again. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1741787419611,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-literature-to-life/9139761/","projectTitle":"Bringing Literature to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrie Deem","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5433821_orig.png?crop=3072,3072,x0,y419&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786892597073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-deem"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49686","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":3053,"numTeachers":145,"percentFrplEligible":65,"percentAsian":34,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":37,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"21.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":81.9,"schoolId":49686,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about North Gwinnett High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"North Gwinnett High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/gwinnett-county-public-schools/north-gwinnett-high-school/49686"}